Having a C1 driving licence entitlement allows you to drive rigid vehicles weighing between 3,500kg and 7,500kg. This means that you can take on a diverse range of delivery driver roles. C1 vehicles are more nimble for local driving and are the choice for many direct-to-customer delivery roles. Here at HGV Training Centre, we know […]
Have you ever considered a career as a delivery driver? Perhaps it’s on the list of possible futures on the horizon for you. It’s a role that means more than just sitting behind the wheel; delivery driving offers flexibility, job security, and the chance to be out and about rather than stuck behind a desk. […]
For many logistics and haulage businesses, there’s a potential skills shortage on the horizon. It’s something we’ve seen before, and it’s going to take some joined up thinking by government and industry to successfully navigate. We’re talking about a skilled HGV driver shortage. We saw it during the pandemic, when government initiatives had to be […]
We can’t ignore the fact that the initial and periodic driver CPC is a legal requirement both in the UK and across Europe. However, is there an argument to say that it actually improves the transport and logistics industry? Could it be that, far from being a tick box exercise, periodic learning is capable of […]
For anyone thinking of a new career in professional HGV driving, your provisional licence will be the first thing you need. We often think about the practical aspects of learning to drive an HGV, like shift patterns or navigating tricky driving situations. However, without the paperwork to lay foundation to it all, you won’t be […]
Restrictions when Driving an HGV in London: What You Need To Know Driving an HGV can be a thrilling and lucrative way to transform your career and unlock new opportunities. However, depending on where you plan to start working in your new role, you might find yourself facing a few unique restrictions and challenges. London, […]
A career as an HGV driver can be an excellent opportunity with anyone with a passion for transportation, and a desire for more freedom at work. Not only can you earn an incredible income in today’s expert-short marketplace, but you can also enjoy a reliable, and versatile job, packed with opportunities to meet new people, […]
The HGV driver shortage has escalated drastically in recent years, emphasized by the challenges of the COVID pandemic, and the side-effects of Brexit. According to the Road Haulage Association open letter to the UK government, we’re short around 100,000 certified HGV drivers. The phenomenal shortage of HGV and lorry drivers in the UK is drawing […]
If you’re on the hunt for a new career, a position as an HGV driver in London could be just what you need. With demand higher than ever in the UK, trained professionals have the opportunity to leverage better wages and more opportunities. Of course, as lucrative, and versatile as HGV driving can be, it […]
There’s never been a better time to start a new career as an HGV driver. Demand for skilled individuals is higher than ever, as skill shortages continue to plague the UK. Getting your HGV licence opens the door to a huge range of jobs and high-paying opportunities in your future. Of course, aside from getting […]
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